Description

• 385/65R22.5: This indicates the tire size. Here’s a breakdown of the specifics:
  • 385: The width of the tire section in millimeters (mm).
  • 65: The aspect ratio, which is the height of the sidewall as a percentage of the width (65% in this case).
  • R: Indicates a radial tire construction.
  • 22.5: The rim diameter in inches.
• 164K: This represents the load rating of the tire. The load rating indicates the maximum weight that the tire can carry at a specific inflation pressure. In this case, 164K refers to a load capacity of up to 164 kg (361,590 lbs).
• HL: This stands for “High Load” and signifies the tire is designed for heavier loads [1].
• TL: Means the tire is tubeless, relying on an airtight seal between the tire and the rim to hold air, instead of an inner tube.
• 3PMSF: This symbol indicates that the tire meets the European winter tire standards for snow and ice performance. This means that the tire has been tested and certified to provide improved traction on snow and ice compared to all-season tires that don’t have this symbol.

Features and Benefits (based on information found online):

• Durability and long tread life: The tread pattern of the Continental CrossTrac HS3 appears to be deep with a blocky design, suggesting it’s designed for extended service life on both paved and unpaved roads [1, 2, 3]. This tread pattern design can help to reduce operating costs for truck fleets.
• Versatility for all-season performance: The Continental CrossTrac HS3 is designed for all-season performance, with the 3PMSF symbol indicating it can handle light winter snow and ice conditions [2, 3]. While it may not be ideal for severe snow conditions, it provides better off-road capability than highway tires.
• Improved handling for steer axles: The tread pattern design of the Continental CrossTrac HS3 is specifically optimized to improve handling and performance for steer axles, which are the front axles of a truck that provide directional control [1, 3].
• High load capacity: The 164K load rating indicates the tire is suitable for steer axles on heavy-duty trucks carrying heavy loads [1].

Overall, the 385/65R22.5 Continental CrossTrac HS3 164K HL TL 3PMSF appears to be a good choice for steer axles on heavy-duty trucks operating on both paved and unpaved roads. It offers durability, long tread life, good performance in all-weather conditions including light winter snow, improved handling, and a high load capacity.

Specifications

Article number	10002888
EAN code	4019238669138
Brand	Continental
Profile	CROSSTRAC HS3
TL/TT	TL
Axle position
Application	On / off road
Radial/diagonal	Radial
Recommended rim	11.75
M+S	Ja
3PMSF
Condition	New